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Follow the remarkable story of Brooke Ellison, a quadriplegic who defied all odds to graduate from Harvard and run for Senate. Her courage, determination, and resilience serve as a beacon of hope and motivation for all facing challenges.
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Brooke Ellison • Optimistic Inspirational • Hopeful Hardworking • Confident Determined • Motivational Goal-oriented • Independent Driven • Strong-willed Passionate • Studious Intelligent
Brooke Ellison Was hit by a car on the way home from 7th grade Is now a quadriplegic - paralyzed from the neck down with no use of her arms or legs • Is on a ventilator - machine that breathes for her • Supported by her mom who went with her to school
Brooke Ellison • Graduated and went on to Harvard with her mom where she graduated Magna cum laude • Wrote an autobiography with her mother entitled Miracles Happen • Ran for Senate in 2006
Brooke Ellison’s Themes/Outlook • Anything is possible. • Don’t take things for granted. • Life is too short for petty arguments. • With courage and strength one can accomplish anything.
Continued… • If you work hard, you can achieve your goals. • Don’t let anyone set limits for you. • Family is very important. • With hope, one can conquer anything.
Brooke Ellison • You must have courage in times of adversity. • Love conquers all. • Faith helps one through tough times. • It’s important to persevere. • Set goals and accomplish them.